Honest comparison · 2026
Bunpro vs Anki
Bunpro is a grammar SRS with the content already written: several hundred grammar points, JLPT-ordered, each with example sentences, nuance notes and links to explanations elsewhere. Anki is a free engine with no content — whatever you want to review, you build it or download someone else's deck.
Bottom line
Bunpro sells you the content; Anki sells you nothing and charges nothing
The question is not which engine schedules better — both are fine. It is whether curated grammar content is worth a small subscription to you, or whether you would rather assemble it yourself for free.
Feature-by-feature comparison
| Feature | Bunpro | Anki |
|---|---|---|
| Grammar content included | Yes — curated, JLPT-ordered | No — decks are yours to find |
| Example sentences | Multiple per point, with audio | Deck-dependent |
| Fill-in-the-blank review | Yes — type the grammar in | Possible with card templates |
| Nuance / usage notes | Yes, plus external links | Deck-dependent |
| Customisation | Limited | Total |
| Pricing | $5/mo · $150 lifetime | Free |
| Free tier | Yes — free forever tier | Entirely free on desktop, Android, web |
| Works offline | Limited | Yes |
Based on publicly available feature documentation as of 2026. Confirm pricing on each tool's site before purchasing.
Best for: Bunpro
Learners who want grammar review to start today without building anything, and who value the fill-in-the-blank format over recognition-only cards.
Best for: Anki
Learners who enjoy tuning their own system, need offline review, or want everything in one free app.
Worth knowing
Where InputDojo fits
Both formats test whether you can retrieve a grammar point when prompted. Neither tests whether you notice it, unprompted, in a sentence you are reading for meaning — which is the skill the JLPT reading section and real life both require. InputDojo covers that side: read imported content with tap-to-define, and ask for an explanation of any sentence in the context it appeared in. JLPT vocabulary tracks are free and saved words export to Anki.
FAQ
Is there a good free Anki deck for Japanese grammar?+
Several exist and quality varies widely. Expect to spend real time evaluating decks — that is the hidden cost of the free option.
Does Bunpro teach grammar or just review it?+
Primarily review. It explains each point and links to fuller explanations, but it is designed to sit alongside a textbook rather than replace one.
Can I export Bunpro to Anki?+
Not as a supported feature. Treat them as alternatives rather than a pipeline.